All news by author: Gemma Strong

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British royal whose name was inspired by Christmas - and it's incredibly rare
One British princess was given a very special - and unusual - moniker in hour of her festive birthday, and she wasn't the first royal to receive it
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Walkers axes another popular item leaving fans livid - but there's silver lining
Walkers - famous for its crisps - has axed a number of popular snacks in recent months and now the company has confirmed it is stopping production on another hit product. Fans have shared their anger online
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'I braved B&M for Christmas presents and found stocking fillers for £5 or less'
Still looking for some last-minute Christmas gifts? Reporter Rachel Williams headed to B&M to see what she could pick up for £5 or less - and the results will surprise you
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Jamie Oliver's secret £1 ingredient makes Brussels sprouts 'insanely delicious'
Brussels sprouts aren't the most popular elements of Christmas dinner - but Jamie Oliver could change all that with his 'insanely delicious' recipe that contains a secret £1 ingredient
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Nigella Lawson says we're eating mince pies wrong and missing unusual topper
Celebrity chef Nigella Lawson has revealed how we should really be eating our mince pies and Christmas cake - we are missing out on a key, but unexpected, ingredient
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Woman whisks dog to the groomer - but doesn't recognise him when he comes out
A woman in America decided to take her dog to the groomer for a 'little trim' - but she got a big shock when she went to collect her pup and was initially unable to recognise him
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Boohoo customer's horror as £24 jumpsuit turns her into a 'melted disco ball'
The fashion fan fell in love with the glitzy jumpsuit on Boohoo's website, but when she tried it on she had 'a real expectation vs reality of online shopping moment'
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Dad and daughter left open-mouthed over hidden message on McDonald's receipt
Emily Timmins and her dad Vinny couldn't stop laughing after spotting a cheeky note written on the top of their McDonalds' receipt - and, as a result. Vinny now gets recognised on the street
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Meghan Markle's quirky Christmas gift to the Queen that won her favour
Meghan Markle made history when she was invited by the Queen to spend Christmas at Sandringham with the royal family back in 2017 - and she managed to pick the perfect gift!
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Diana's mortifying faux pas at royal Christmas - that she blamed Charles for
Diana spent her first Christmas with the royal family in 1981, following her marriage to Charles. But there was one surprising tradition she was completely unaware of
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TV doctor shares 'combination' to treat blocked nose without medicine
Winter colds are doing the rounds at the moment, ripping through classrooms, homes, and workplaces. Now, Dr Michael Mosley has shared the clever 'combination' he uses to treat a blocked nose without the need for medicine
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'I expect my family to pay for Xmas dinner - they get loo roll as a gift too'
Everyone is looking ways to cut down on cost this Christmas - but one mum has taken things to a whole new level with her money-saving ideas, which include gifting toilet rolls
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Kate's 'first love' boyfriend, rocky patch with William and ex who 'broke heart'
Prince William and Princess Kate's love story has flourished over the years, from meeting at university to marriage and three beautiful children. But before their paths crossed, the Princess was wooed by some other eligible bachelors
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Bride charges drop-out guest a £1,000 'no-show' fee - and people are divided
A bride has sparked a debate after asking whether she can charge a guest a 'no-show' fee after they gave just one-week's notice that they wouldn't be attending
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William and Harry banned from normal activity at school - for poignant reason
The two Princes attended top independent boys' preparatory boarding school Ludgrove in the 90s - and the headmaster at the time took extra steps to protect them
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Expert shares exact time you should leave Xmas party - it's later than you think
Etiquette expert Alexandra Dudley, presenter of Soho House's How to Host A Dinner Party workshop, has shared her top tips for attending Christmas parties this holiday season
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Martha Stewart's 'deliciously chewy' cookie recipe is a real crowd-pleaser
The iconic chef's gorgeous cookie recipe is brimming with warming flavours, including cinnamon. You won't want to share these with family or friends - if they last that long
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Devastating toll bullying took on Kate Middleton - 'thin, pale and forced out'
Prince William's wife attended Downe House in Cold Ash, Berkshire - but she left in the middle of the term after being cruelly bullied by some of her classmates
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Kate Middleton's subtle signal to get her kids to behave that wowed parents
Princess Kate and Prince William share three children together - George, Charlotte, and little Louis - and her approach to parenting has been widely praised by experts
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Prince Harry's awkward four-word reply after being quizzed over his job
Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle stepped down as working royals back in January 2020 - and King Charles's youngest son was recently asked by an interviewer what he does
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Kate accused of having an unflattering nickname in explosive book
Omid Scobie has taken aim at the Princess of Wales in his explosive book Endgame. He claims she had an unflattering nickname as a result of her 'lower workload'
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'I made tinned roast potatoes in air fryer - now I'm addicted to festive snack'
Reporter Nicola Roy has discovered a new savoury Christmas snack that's quick and ultra-affordable, but it doesn't compromise on taste and texture. Find out how she did it
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Alarmed owner begs cat to 'back up' after realising he's not playing with shadow
The woman seriously freaked out when she realised she had a very unwanted visitor in her home - and that her pet cat was actually playing with it
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Terraced house bought for £5,000 worth almost £2 million after transformation
The four-bedroom Victorian townhouse in Canary Wharf, east London underwent a dramatic transformation at the hands of Michael Hart - and the results are stunning
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Mum's outrage after café employee leaves rude message on her receipt
A mum was left completely stunned when she spotted a rude message left on her receipt after an outing with her daughter - and fellow parents were quick to share their disgust